
The AirTAC Airtac SDAJ80~100 Adjustable Super Slim Cylinder SDAJ100X55-20S is a genuine double-acting COMPACT cylinder (Ø100mm bore) whose extend end-position is set by an external M27×2.0 adjustment screw. You can dial the stroke anywhere from 35 to 55 mm on the machine — no shims, no part change.
The AirTAC SDAJ100X55-20S is a compact double-acting single-rod cylinder featuring an external extend stop. By turning the R (M27x2.0) adjuster screw, you can dial the forward stroke down by up to 20 mm directly on the machine, yielding a usable extend range of 35-55 mm without swapping shims or parts. Retract remains at the full 55 mm. Because the adjuster sets the mechanical stop rather than altering the piston area, output force equals a standard SDA of this bore, delivering 3927 N push at 0.5 MPa.
This 100 mm bore unit features a robust 32 mm piston rod and a PT3/8 air port. Its short riveted body drastically saves axial mounting depth where a larger profile cylinder will not fit. The included -S piston magnet supports AirTAC reed or electronic switches for end-position sensing. End-of-travel deceleration is handled by a fixed NBR bumper, which absorbs shock but is not an adjustable air cushion.
| Model | Airtac SDAJ80~100 Adjustable Super Slim Cylinder SDAJ100X55-20S |
|---|---|
| Series | SDAJ compact adjustable-stroke cylinder |
| Bore size | Ø100 mm |
| Max stroke | 55 mm |
| Adjustable range | 35 – 55 mm |
| Adjuster thread (R) | M27×2.0 |
| Port size | PT3/8 |
| Acting type | Double acting |
|---|---|
| Rod end thread | M18×1.5 F / M26×1.5 male (B) |
| Operating pressure | 0.15 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 500 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed NBR bumper (both ends) |
The adjustment screw shortens the extend stroke by up to 20 mm. Force is unchanged from a standard SDA of the same bore. Specifications follow the official AirTAC SDAJ datasheet.
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 3927 N | 3525 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 5498 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 801 kgf | |
Force matches a standard SDA of the same bore; the adjuster only sets the stop position, not the area. Actual usable force is lower than theoretical due to friction.
| SDAJ | Compact double-acting cylinder with adjustable stroke. |
|---|---|
| 100 | Bore size in mm. |
| ×55 | Maximum stroke length in mm. |
| -20 | Adjustable window (10/20/30/40/50/75/100 mm). |
| S / B | S = magnet; B = male-thread rod (both optional). |
Thread: PT standard. Related SDA-family variants: SDA (fixed stroke), SDAD (double rod), SSA/STA (single acting), SDAT (duplex), SDAW (duplex-end).
Fine-tune the 35-55 mm extend stop on heavy press operations to achieve exact insertion depths without machining custom spacers.
Lift loads up to 200.2 kg safely with a 2:1 margin, adjusting the mechanical stop to prevent over-travel during payload changes.
Rapidly reconfigure end positions on multi-product assembly lines using the M27x2.0 adjuster screw to switch part heights quickly.
When sizing this model, evaluate your force requirements against neighbouring bores. Stepping down to an SDAJ80 provides 2513.3 N push at 0.5 MPa, whereas this 100 mm bore delivers 3927 N. If your application demands even more power, a larger custom solution is required. The computed safe working load is approximately 2356 N, representing about 60% of the 0.5 MPa push figure, making it suitable for vertical lifts up to 200.2 kg with a 2:1 safety margin.
This cylinder is built for heavy setups requiring frequent changeovers or trial positioning. Confirm your specifications: 100 mm bore, 55 mm maximum stroke, 20 mm adjust window, PT3/8 port, female M18x1.5 rod thread, and the built-in magnet. Note that a plain cylinder does not hold its load on air loss or when the valve is centred; the piston drifts and the bumper only decelerates near the end. For secure load holding without live pressure, install an external rod lock or a pilot-operated check valve.
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This 100 mm bore double-acting cylinder provides 3927 N push and 3524.9 N pull at 0.5 MPa, 5497.8 N push and 4934.8 N pull at 0.7 MPa, with a theoretical maximum of 801 kgf at 1.0 MPa.
The external R (M27x2.0) screw shortens the extend end position by up to 20 mm, giving a 35-55 mm range; retract is unaffected. The included -S magnet works with AirTAC reed or electronic switches for position sensing.
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